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Spring 2021 - Town of Carrboro
During this uncertain time, we are still striving to provide recreational opportunities in a safe
      environment. For updated registration and programming information, please visit carrbororec.org.

                                   Spring 2021

Registration Begins January 6, 2021 for Carrboro Residents.
All others, January 7, 2021
Welcome To The World of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources
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Spring 2021 - Town of Carrboro
Welcome to a Wonderful & Enriching Winter-Spring in Carrboro!
                        Inside is a listing of programs and events for January through April.
                         Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources MISSION STATEMENT
                   TO ENRICH THE LEISURE NEEDS AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR CITIZENS BY PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES,
                           CREATIVE AND DIVERSE RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES AND A SAFE PUBLIC PARK SYSTEM.

General Information............................................................................1
Athletics
       Leagues..........................................................................................2
       Instructional................................................................................3-5
       Parent/Child Events/Classes.............................................6
       Tournaments and Competition.........................................6
       Drop-Ins........................................................................................6
Summer Camps                                                                                                                Check Out
       Sports Camps.............................................................................7-8
       Theme Camps.............................................................................9-11
                                                                                                                            Earth Day/
Youth Programs......................................................................................12-13
Teen Programs.........................................................................................14
                                                                                                                          Keep Carrboro
Adult Programs......................................................................................15-18                    Beautiful
Active Life.................................................................................................19-21
       Golden Trails..............................................................................22                      Volunteer Day
Excursions..................................................................................................23
Specialized Recreation.......................................................................24
Special Events
       Black History Month Events................................................25
       Signature Events.......................................................................26
       Family Events..............................................................................27-28
       Entertainment.............................................................................29
       Performing Arts........................................................................30
                                                                                                                           See page 28
Program and Event Updates............................................................31
FAQs..............................................................................................................32-33
                                                                                                                             for more
Parks Facilities Information.............................................................34-35                             information
Around Town: Cybrary/Library......................................................36
Self-Directed Activities......................................................................36
Registration/Financial Assistance Form...................................37

                                                   YOUR COMMENTS COUNT!
     If you have a question or comment about Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department’s activities,
                        facilities or services, please call, write or stop by our offices and let us know.
Spring 2021 - Town of Carrboro
Registration Information
                                                                                                      CARRBORO RESIDENTS ONLY                     ALL OTHERS:
                                                                                                         January 6, 2021                        January 7, 2021

                                                                                                              Registration is on a first-come, first–served basis.

                                                                                                                THREE WAYS TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS

       MAIN OFFICE LOCATION/MAILING ADDRESS                                ONLINE REGISTRATION: Online registration requires a Log-in I.D.
 Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department                         Go to: http://carrbororec.org
                   Carrboro Century Center
                    100 N. Greensboro St.
                     Carrboro, NC 27510
                                                                                                    and click on:

                            OFFICE HOURS                                               Previously Registered for Programs? (via walk-in or mail-in)
                            8:30am-5:00pm                                                        **An account has been created for you and you can access online registration
                             Monday-Friday                                                       by using your current email address and phone number.
                       Office closed on major holidays                                           Do not create a new account.

                                                                                       Currently Have an Online Account and Forgot Your Password?
                 ADMINISTRATIVE PHONE NUMBERS
Office 			                                               (919) 918-7364                          Choose “Forgot Password” and your information will be sent to your email.
Fax 			                                                  (919) 918-4475                          Do not create a new account.
Weather Information Line 		                              (919) 918-7373
E-mail.......................................RecParks@townofcarrboro.org               New to Our Programs?
Century Center Front Desk 		                             (919) 918-7385                         Create a New Account online. Your Log-in I.D. is your email address and
Century Center Fax 		                                    (919) 918-4476                         your password is your phone number. PLEASE ALLOW 2-3 BUSINESS
                                                                                                DAYS TO PROCESS.
                      Department Website                                               **Unsure if you already have an account? or need assistance...
                      http://carrbororec.org/                                                    contact the Recreation and Parks Office at (919) 918-7364 during office hours.
                   Follow us on Twitter!
                                                                                       *IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RECEIPT, YOU MAY NOT BE REGISTERED. If this happens,
            http://twitter.com/CarrboroRecPark
                                                                                                contact the Recreation and Parks Office at (919) 918-7364 during office hours.
                    Like us on Facebook!
              http://facebook.com/CarrboroRec
                                                                           WALK-IN REGISTATION: Walk-in registration is accepted at the Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural
                            Staff                                          Resources office at 100 North Greensboro Street in Carrboro. We accept cash, check, Visa, MasterCard
     Recreation, Parks and Cultural Resources Director                     and Discover. Office Hours are Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm. Due to COVID-19, please contact
                   Race & Equity Officer                                   department ahead of time to see if this option is available.
                  Anita Jones-McNair, CPRP

                     Recreation Administrator                              MAIL-IN/DROP-OFF REGISTRATION: Mail completed registration form on page 29 along with a check
                     Charles B. Harrington, CPRP                           payable to the “Town of Carrboro” to address provided or drop it off in our drop box outside the Century
                                                                           Center.
                       Facilities Administrator
                        Wendell Rodgers, CPRP
                                                                           FEES: Fees are charged for most programs to help defray program costs.
                       Recreation Supervisors
                         Dana Hughes, CPRP
                        Galen Poythress, CPRP                              OUT OF COUNTY FEE: An additional fee is charged for those residing outside Orange County: $26.00 for a single
                              Ryan Reed                                    general program or a single sport or $77.00 for unlimited programs.
                         Craig M. Wolfe, CPRP
                                                                           FEE WAIVER/REDUCTIONS: Financial Assistance Program: Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources wants
                          Facility Supervisor                              all Orange County families to be able to participate in our programs. Fee reductions and waivers are available for
                            Adam Roberts                                   those meeting established income criteria. Call (919) 918-7366 or visit our web site at http://carrbororec.org/952/
                      Administrative Assistant                             Financial-Assistance-Program for more information.
                       Dianah Alston-Sanders
                                                                           INCLUSIVITY STATEMENT: The Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department strives to create a
                           Activity Manager                                welcoming and inclusive environment that enhances the overall social, physical, and mental well-being of our entire
                            Geoffrey Adams                                 community. We welcome participation of all individuals and groups regardless of race, color, religion, national origin,
                                                                           age, sex, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, veteran status, citizenship, familial status, socio-
                       Recreation Specialists                              economic level or sexual orientation. Please join us in fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all.
                     Robbin Justice-Jones, CPRP
                           Karen Kessler
                                                                           REFUNDS: Refunds are automatic for any programs canceled by the department. Other refunds will be considered
                        Recreation Technician                              upon written request and must meet the criteria of the refund policy. A $5 administrative fee will be charged for all
                             Corina Riley                                  refunds with exception of Summer Camps, where the Camp administrative fee is $40. For more information call (919)
                                                                           918-7364 or review the refund policy on our web site http://carrbororec.org/953/Refund-Policy.
                    Program Support Assistants
                      Kim Henson, Allie Hansen                             WEATHER POLICY: Recreation Department Administration will make decisions regarding program cancellations as
                             Pam Kirk                                      needed and typically not determined until 4pm weekdays and 7am on weekends. A notice will be posted on the
           We are also fortunate to have the assistance of over 100
                                                                           weather line at (919) 918-7373 prior to 5pm/weekdays, 7:30am/Saturdays, or 11am/Sunday when activities are
           part-time employees and volunteers to directly provide          canceled.
                     leisure programs to the community.
                               Photo credits:
                                                                           Last minute cancellations do occur. In this case after 5pm/weekdays, 8:15am/Saturday, or 11am/Sunday, staff will
  Lorie Clark, Jackie Helvey, Dana Hughes, Karen Kessler, David LeBron,    decide the cancellation of an activity and no message will be posted on the weather line. Participants are encouraged
   Galen Poythress, Scott Scala, Amanda Stipe and Lauren Whittaker.        to proceed to the activity as scheduled unless contacted by the Department or one of its representatives.

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                                                            Athletics
League Registration Information
Openings are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration forms must be completed & signed by a parent or guardian.
Please note athletic programs have various age cut-off dates that are            Adult Co-Rec Softball League
used to determine a participant’s eligibility and league placement.              Team Registration begins: Wednesday, January 6th
                                                                                 This adult co-ed league plays on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at Hank

Leagues
                                                                                 Anderson Community Park from late March through June. Teams will
                                                                                 play 1-2 games each week. Regular season will be followed by a double-
                                                                                 elimination tournament.
Spring Baseball
Registration Information:                                                        Fee:       $500-$600/team 		           Hank Anderson Park
Teams practice once a week (Monday-Thursday during the evening hours)                       ($200 Non-Refundable Deposit/per team to register)
and Saturday during the day beginning in mid-March. Games begin in mid-          Ages:      16+ (As of April 1st)		     206115-A
April and run into early June.
PLEASE NOTE: days, times, and sites of practices and games will vary.            Note: Final fee will be based on number of teams and league format
Ages as of August 31, 2020                                                       Note: Non-Orange Co. residents are required to pay the $26 Out-of-
                                                                                 County Fee to participate
Fee:  $65 Orange Co. Residents; $91 Non-Orange Residents
				Location:TBD
Ages: 6-8 League		                 206105-A                                      Adult Co-Rec Ultimate Frisbee
      9-10 League 		               206106-A                                      This adult co-ed spring league plays on Monday & Wednesday evenings
      11-12 League 		              206107-A                                      at Hank Anderson Community Park. League runs March-May. Teams will
                                                                                 play 1-2 games each week. League registration is on a first-come, first-
                                                                                 served basis until the league registration deadline or when the league fills.
                                                                                 Participants will be drafted onto teams by volunteer team captains based
Girls Field Hockey League                                                        on observation during open play nights and a self-evaluation which will be
                                                                                 sent to each participant. All registrations must be received no later than
The Girls Field Hockey League will be entering its 26th season. Early
                                                                                 5:00pm on Friday, March 5th.
registration is encouraged.
Grades (5th-8th) as of 2020-21 school year. Teams will be formed in
                                                                                 Fee: $40 per participant		    Hank Anderson Park
February with practice beginning in March. Teams will practice or play 2-3
                                                                                 Ages: 16+ (as of April 1st)		 Mon & Wed / Mar - May
times per week throughout the season. Season: March – Early June
                                                                                 				206117-A - Female Player
                                                                                 				206117-B - Male Player
Fee:      $65 Orange Co. Residents    Location: TBD
          $91 Non-Orange Co. Residents
Ages:     5th-8th Grade Girls		       206113-A

                                                                                   EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Spring Girls Softball League                                                       The Carrboro Recreation & Parks Department will soon be
Registration Information:                                                          seeking experienced individuals for the following positions:
Teams practice once a week (Monday-Thursday during the evening hours)
and Saturday during the day beginning in mid-March. Games begin in                             Youth Baseball/Softball Umpires
mid-April and run into early June. Games will be played with other local
organizations.
                                                                                                  Adult Softball Umpires
PLEASE NOTE: Limited registration. Days, times, and sites of practices and                        Summer Day Camp Staff
games will vary. Ages as of January 1st, 2021                                                   Facility/Activity Supervisors

Fee:      $65 Orange Co. Residents;        Location: Varies
          $91 Non-Orange Residents
                                                                                      Please check the Town employment page at www.
Ages:     6-8 League		                     206108-A                                townofcarrboro.org/126/Employment-Opportunities for an
          9-10 League 		                   206109-A                                 updated list of open positions and information on how to
          11-12 League 		                  206110-A                                 apply. For specific questions regarding the position call
                                                                                                        (919) 918-7377.

                                                                                           *see p. 26 for additional Employment Opportunities

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                                                            Athletics
Instructional
CLASS - Baseball
A class designed to introduce the fundamentals of baseball to the
participant and parent. Instructor Pat Currin guides both the child and
                                                                                                  Athletic Volunteer
parent in understanding the skills of throwing, catching, fielding, and                             Opportunities
hitting. Parent and child will be encouraged to practice the skills learned
at home. Parent participation is a major part of this program.                         The Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department offers
                                                                                               a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year.
Fee: $50		  6 weeks		  Location: TBD
Ages: 4-6		 206302-A		 Apr 10 - May-15                                            At this time, the Department is currently recruiting volunteers to work a number of
				Sat, 9:00 - 10:00am                                                                                        positions which include:

                                                                                             Athletic Coaches - Youth Baseball (Spring)
                                                                                             Athletic Coaches - Girls Field Hockey (Spring)
                                                                                             Athletic Coaches - Girls Softball (Spring)

                                                                                   If you have an interest in volunteering for any of the above positions or other
                                                                                   opportunities, please visit the Volunteer Opportunities page of our website at
                                                                                  www.townofcarrboro.org/507/Volunteer-Opportunities to obtain a Volunteer
                                                                                  Application. For additional information, please contact the Volunteer Coordinator
                                                                                                at (919) 918-7370 or volunteer@townofcarrboro.org.

                                                                                             *see p. 26 for additional Volunteer Opportunities

CLASS - Basketball
A class designed to introduce the fundamentals of basketball to the
participant and parent. The basketball instructor guides both the child
and parent in understanding the skills of passing, dribbling, and shooting.
Parent and child will be encouraged to practice the skills learned at home.
Parent participation is a major part of this program.

Fee: $50		  4 weeks		  Location: TBD
Ages: 4-6		 206303-A		 Feb 6 - Feb 27                                                Is there a class or program that you
				Sat, 9:00 - 10:00am                                                            would like to participate in that we do not
                                                                                                currently offer?
Sunday Series - Basketball Clinics
Basketball instructor and Coach Rodney Carter will guide each player on                 Do you have an idea for a class or program
the aspects of basketball fundamentals. Focus is on skill development.                        that you would like to teach?
Shooting
Fee: $20				Location: TBD                                                                          Send us your suggestions!
Ages: 6-10 206301-A		 Sunday, February 7, 2021                                              Call us at (919) 918-7364 or email us at
				2:00 - 3:15pm
                                                                                                 RecParks@townofcarrboro.org
Ball Handling
Fee: $20				Location: TBD
Ages: 6-10    206301-B		 Sunday, February 21, 2021
				2:00 - 3:15pm

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                                                             Athletics
Instructional
                                                                                  Adult Tennis (Beginner)
Tennis Play Day                                                                   This class is for those who have not played before or are just getting
                                                                                  started. You will learn all the basics of the game including: strokes,
CO-SPONSORED BY DURHAM ORANGE COMMUNITY TENNIS ASSOCIATION
Participants will learn tennis skills and be able to test those skills in games   rules, scoring, footwork and tennis etiquette. Classes will include ball
and challenges. This event will have activities for the oldest and youngest       feeding drills, live-ball hitting with other classmates, and personal stroke
members of your family, so bring everyone along. Be sure to register, space       instruction. By the end of the session, you will have learned the basic
is limited. Please bring a racquet that is age/size appropriate. Come             stroke of the forehand, backhand, serve, and volley. Bring your own
prepared for fun! Prior tennis experience not necessary!                          racquet.

Fee: Free				Wilson Park                                                          Fee: $42 3  weeks		   Wilson Park
Ages: 5+		 406308-B		 Saturday, March 13, 2021                                    Ages: 16+  206309-A		 Mar 9 - Mar 25
				9:00 - 11:00am                                                                				Tue/Thu, 7:15 - 8:15pm

                                                                                  Youth Tennis (Intermediate)
                                                                                  Our Intermediate classes are designed for students who have some
                                                                                  experience and can hit a tossed ball consistently. Players are expected to
                                                                                  have knowledge of the basic strokes and are ready for the next level of
                                                                                  play. Emphasis is also placed on moving and hitting. Designed to be fun,
                                                                                  game oriented, and supportive. Please bring a racquet that is age/size
                                                                                  appropriate.

                                                                                  Fee: $42		 3 weeks		  Wilson Park
                                                                                  Ages: 9-14 206314-A		 Apr 15 - May 4
                                                                                  				Tue/Thu, 6:00 - 7:00pm

Senior Tennis Day
Join us for a fun tennis event for players aged 50 and above! Bring a friend      If a class/classes are cancelled due to inclement weather during a
or two and meet other tennis players from this area, join in a game of            session, the class or classes will be made up at the end of the session
doubles or singles. Light refreshments will be provided to all participants.      on regular class days.
Please bring a racquet,

Fee: Free				Wilson Park
Ages: 50+ 406203-B		 Wednesday, March 31, 2021
				9:00 - 11:00am

Youth Tennis (Beginner)
This class will introduce players to the basics of tennis, emphasizing FUN
activities that address fitness and hand-eye development. Participants
will work on developing basic strokes of forehand, backhand and volleys
and serves while practicing live ball rallies, traditional and age-level
scoring using pressureless balls. Please bring a racquet that is age/size
appropriate.

Fee: $42		 3 weeks		  Wilson Park
Ages: 9-14 206313-A		 Mar 9 - Mar 25
				Tue/Thu, 6:00 - 7:00pm

Fee: $42		 3 weeks		  Wilson Park
Ages: 9-14 206313-B		 Apr 15 - May 4
				Tue/Thu, 6:00 - 7:00pm

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                                                         Athletics
Instructional
                                                                                  5 and Under Tennis
Adult Tennis (Intermediate)                                                       These four-week clinics meet once a week and last only 30 minutes.
                                                                                  By using fun games and activities to develop hand-eye coordination
To join this class you should have established a good tennis foundation on
which to build. Intermediates have reliable and repeatable strokes with           movement needed to play tennis. Child must be 3 by August 30, 2020.
a good understanding of the game. This class can involve players who              Please bring a racquet that is age/size appropriate.
have not played for a number of years or who are strong in some areas,
but need help in other areas, and players who have previously taken               Fee: $33				Wilson Park
beginning classes. We will focus on all essential areas of the game: Stroke       Ages: 3-5		 206316-A		 Mar 7 - Mar 28
techniques, fitness/movement, and strategy. Bring your own racquet.                                      Sun, 2:00 - 2:30pm

Fee: $42		           3 weeks		             Wilson Park
Ages: 16+            206310-A		            Apr 15 - May 4
                                           Tue/Thu, 7:15 - 8:15pm

Lunchtime Tennis (Beginner)
New to tennis? Have experience, but find it difficult to develop reliable
and repeatable strokes? Need to build fitness for better play, or wondering
how to get the most out of practice? Build a good foundation for tennis by
addressing the four important areas of focus: stroke techniques, strategy
in games, fitness/movement, and concentration/self-assessment. You will
find out how to improve progressively in way that is good for your body
and satisfying for your soul. Although designed for beginners, you can
also benefit if you’ve had some previous experience. There will be time for
individual attention. Bring your own racquet.

Fee: $42		 3 weeks		  Wilson Park
Ages: 16+  206311-A		 Mar 9 - Mar 25
				Tue/Thu, 11:30am - 12:30pm

		 206311-B		 Apr 15 - May 4
				Tue/Thu, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Lunchtime Tennis (Intermediate)
To join this class you should have established a good tennis foundation
on which to build. Intermediates have somewhat reliable and repeatable            8 and Under Red Ball Tennis
strokes with a good understanding of the game. This can involve players           These one hour clinics meet once a week and teach children the hand-eye
who have not played for a number of years or who are strong in some               coordination needed to play tennis. These clinics are designed for players
areas, but need help in other areas, and players who have previously taken        with limited tennis experience. Please bring a racquet that is age/size
beginning classes and are highly motivated to improve. We will focus on           appropriate.
all essential areas of the game: Stroke techniques, fitness/movement,
strategy, mental awareness. You will be shown how to assess your own              Fee: $33				Wilson Park
game and be able to follow a customized program for improvement. More             Ages: 6-8		 206317-A		 Mar 7 - Mar 28
advanced players are welcome as well. Bring your own racquet.                     				Sun, 2:30 - 3:30pm

Fee: $42		 3 weeks		  Wilson Park                                                 If a class/classes are cancelled due to inclement weather during
Ages: 16+  206312-A		 Mar 9 - Mar 25                                              a session, the class or classes will be made up at the end of the
				Tue/Thu, 12:30 - 1:30pm                                                       session on regular class days.

		 206312-B		 Apr 15 – May 4
				Tue/Thu, 12:30 - 1:30pm

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                                                              Athletics
          Parent/Child Events                                                        Tournaments & Competition
Disc Golf Clinics                                                                    Spring Open Horseshoe Tournament
This youth disc golf clinic gives parent(s) and children the opportunity to          Tournament participants will be placed into divisions based on ringer
learn together about the sport of disc golf including rules, etiquette, the          percentage. Multiple divisions exist. Trophies will be awarded to top finishers
basics of throwing discs, and tips and techniques. All discs provided!               in each division.
Parent(s) and youth must both be present to participate.
Instructor: Matthew Smith                                                            Fee: $14 per player per tournament         206402-A Hank Anderson Park
                                                                                     ($33 Adults/$5 Juniors NCHPA fee per calendar year)
Fee: $5				           Hank Anderson Park
				Disc Golf Course                                                                 Saturday, March 13, 2021
Ages: 6-15 206502-A		 Saturday, March 13, 2021                                       Ages: 18+*
				10:00am - 12:00pm                                                                Registration (onsite):
                                                                                     *experienced youth are welcomed to attend
		 206502-B		 Saturday, April 3, 2021                                                8:30 - 9:30am
				10:00am - 12:00pm
                                                                                     Tournament: 10:00am
		 206502-C		 Saturday, April 10, 2021                                               *Date pending NCHPA schedule.
				10:00am - 12:00pm                                                                Contact department to confirm date after January 1st.

		 206502-D		 Saturday, April 17, 2021
				10:00am - 12:00pm                                                                Pitch, Hit and Run
                                                                                     CO-SPONSORED BY SCOTTS & MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
		 206502-E		 Saturday, April 24, 2021                                               Throw strikes to a designated target, hit from a batting tee for distance and
				10:00am - 12:00pm                                                                accuracy, and sprint from 2nd base to home plate for time. Winners advance to
                                                                                     sectional competition and have an opportunity to advance to the MLB All Star
Fishing Clinics                                                                      Week. Make sure to bring a copy of birth certificate for age verification. Boys
Parent(s) and children will learn the basics about fishing including different       and girls compete separately in four age groups. Age as of July 17, 2021.
equipment, techniques, sites, and regulations. You may even meet a fishing
buddy or two! Supplies furnished. Bring a pole if you have one. Parent(s)            Fee: Free				Wilson Park
and youth must both be present to participate.                                       Ages: 7-14 206601-A 1 Sunday, April 18, 2021
Instructor: Shayne McKinley                                                          				1:00 - 4:00pm

Fee: $5				           Hank Anderson Park                                             Jr. NBA Skills Challenge
Ages: 5-15 206503-A		 Saturday, March 27, 2021                                       SPONSORED BY VERIZON
				9:00 - 11:00am                                                                   The Jr. NBA Skills Challenge provides young people with the opportunity to
                                                                                     showcase their dribbling, shooting and rebounding skills. The competition
		 206503-B		 Saturday, May 1, 2021                                                  is open to boys and girls 13 & under, based on the child’s age as of Aug. 31,
				9:00 - 11:00am                                                                   2020. Boys and girls compete separately.

                                                                                     Fee: Free				Location: TBD
                                                                                     Ages: 13 & Under 206602-A		 Date: Sunday, February 14, 2021
                                                                                     				Time: 2:30 - 5:00pm

                                                                                                   Drop-In Programs
                                                                                     Volleyball Drop-In
                                                                                     The Carrboro Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources Department Drop-In
                                                                                     programs allow participants the opportunity to play in an informal setting
                                                                                     and to meet others of similar sporting interest. Groups are welcome to
                                                                                     attend. Participants should contact the Recreation and Parks Department
                                                                                     at (919) 918-7364 for specific scheduling information.

                                                                                     Fee: $3 		             206202-A		           Grey Culbreth
                                                                                     per participant per night		                 Middle School
                                                                                     Ages: 16+*			                               Mar 2 - May 13
                                                                                      *15 & under may attend with an adult       Tue/Thu, 7:00 - 10:00pm

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                                             Summer Camps
All camps open for registration on January 6th. Age is determined by the
start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 Camp Administrative Fee
(non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. The remaining
balance must be paid by May 7th or you will lose your space. Registration
after May 7th requires all payments in full. Please note the $40 Camp
Administrative fee will be deducted from any refunds made.

Sports Camps

                                                                                 Field Hockey
                                                                                 Designed to introduce the fundamentals of field hockey to the first time
                                                                                 participant or players with less than 3 seasons of experience, the instructor
                                                                                 guides the participant in understanding the skills of passing, dribbling,
                                                                                 trapping, and shooting.

                                                                                 Fee: $90		  1 week		   Location: TBD
                                                                                 Ages: 10-13 307303-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 18
                                                                                 				Daily, 8:00 - 11:00am

                                                                                 Taste of Sports
                                                                                 A camp designed to introduce a variety of sports to the participant, the
                                                                                 instructor will teach basic fundamentals through drills, then players will
                                                                                 play the game! This is a great camp for those who like to play many
Swing Into Summer Tennis Camp                                                    games, not just one.
This tennis camp is designed for novices looking to take up the game
of tennis. All aspects of the game will be covered in a fun group setting.       Fee: $90		  1 week		   Location: TBD
Please bring a racquet that is age/size appropriate.                             Ages: 6-9		 307302-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 18
                                                                                 				Daily, 8:00 - 11:00am
Fee: $90		 4 days		   Wilson Park
Ages: 8-12 307301-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 17
				Mon-Thu, 8:30 - 11:30am
                                                                                 Ultimate Frisbee
                                                                                 Players experience how to play ultimate Frisbee with a combination of
                                                                                 throwing catching, and running. This sport will definitely challenge the mind
		 307301-B		 Jun 21 - Jun 24
                                                                                 and body.
				Mon-Thu, 8:30 - 11:30am
                                                                                 Fee: $90		  1 week		                        Location: TBD
		 307301-C		 Jul 12 - Jul 15
                                                                                 Ages: 10-13 307308-A		                      Jun 21 - Jun 25
				Mon-Thu, 8:30 - 11:30am
                                                                                 				                                        Daily, 8:00 - 11:00am
		 307301-D		 Jul 19 - Jul 22
				Mon-Thu, 8:30 - 11:30am

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Spring 2021 - Town of Carrboro
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                                            Summer Camps
All camps open for registration on January 6th. Age is determined by the          NEW! Flag Football
start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 Camp Administrative Fee                 Fundamentals of flag football with a focus on passing, receiving, running
(non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. The remaining         routes, defensive coverage, and flag tackling. Each day ends with
balance must be paid by May 7th or you will lose your space. Registration         scrimmage or game play.
after May 7th requires all payments in full. Please note the $40 Camp
Administrative fee will be deducted from any refunds made.                        Fee: $90		 1 week		   Location: TBD
                                                                                  Ages: 9-12 307310-A		 Jul 26 - Jul 30
                                                                                  				Daily, 8:00 - 11:00am
Sports Camps

Baseball                                                                          Fishing Camp
Fundamentals of the game are the focus in mastering the skills of throwing,       This catch and release fishing camp teaches young anglers the basics
catching, hitting, and fielding.                                                  of rigging rods and lines, baiting and casting, and tying fishing knots.
                                                                                  Instruction will be provided throughout the day. Participants can look
Fee: $60		  1 week		   Location: TBD                                              forward to catching various species of native North Carolina fish such
Ages: 6-8		 307304-A		 Jun 21 - Jun 25                                            as Bass, Bream, Catfish and more. Equipment needed: 4 1/2 to 6 ft.
				Daily, 8:30 - 10:30am                                                         lightweight freshwater spinning rod.
                                                                                  Instructor: Shane McKinley
Fee: $90		 1 week		   Location: TBD
Ages: 9-12 307305-A		 Jul 12 - Jul 16                                             Fee: $85		 1 week		   Hank Anderson Park Pond
				Daily, 8:00 - 11:00am                                                         Ages: 8-12 307104-A		 Jun 21 - Jun 25
                                                                                  				Daily, 2:30 - 5:00pm

Basketball
Fundamentals of basketball will be emphasized through the skills                  Advanced Fishing Camp
of shooting, passing, dribbling, and rebounding. Each day ends with               Older and more experienced campers will learn more in-depth fishing skills.
scrimmage or game play.                                                           Participants will build a better understanding of fishing and learn effective
                                                                                  strategies to catch fish. Equipment needed: 4 1/2 to 6 ft. lightweight
Fee: $60		  1 week		   Location: TBD                                              freshwater spinning rod.
Ages: 6-8		 307306-A		 July 12 - Jul 16                                           Instructor: Shane McKinley
				Daily, 8:30 - 10:30am
                                                                                  Fee: $105		 1 week		   Hank Anderson Park Pond
Fee: $90		 1 week		   Location: TBD                                               Ages: 10-14 307101-A		 Jul 19 - Jul 23
Ages: 9-11 307307-A		 Jul 19 - Jul 23                                             				Daily, 2:00 - 5:00pm
				Daily, 8:00 - 11:00am

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                                            Summer Camps
All camps open for registration on January 6th. Age is determined by the
start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 Camp Administrative Fee
                                                                                   Scientific Discovery
                                                                                   Discover what makes our planet such a fascinating place! Each day we
(non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. The remaining
                                                                                   will explore a different area of scientific discovery with hands-on science
balance must be paid by May 7th or you will lose your space. Registration
                                                                                   activities, crafts and maybe even a visit from some “Curious Creatures”.
after May 7th requires all payments in full. Please note the $40 Camp
                                                                                   Examples of topics include volcanoes, lightning & tornadoes, marine
Administrative fee will be deducted from any refunds made.
                                                                                   biology, chemistry, animals and outer space.

Theme Camps                                                                        Fee: $105
                                                                                   Ages: 6-9
                                                                                               1 week
                                                                                               307110-A
                                                                                                          Hank Anderson Park
                                                                                                          Jun 21 - Jun 25
                                                                                   				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm

                                                                                   Art Extravaganza
                                                                                   You imagine the projects and counselors will help create them using
                                                                                   crayons, markers, paint, Plaster of Paris, clay and more. Each day,
                                                                                   campers will tackle a different medium. Your artist will be engaged in both
                                                                                   individual and group projects.

                                                                                   Fee: $105		 1 week		   Century Center
                                                                                   Ages: 6-9		 307111-A		 Jun 28 - Jul 2
                                                                                   				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm

                                                                                   Water Fun Week
                                                                                   Get your swimsuits on and get ready to be splashed! This week will
Kinderventures                                                                     consist of water art projects, water experiments, water relay games,
Kinderventures Camp is a summer filled with fun, excitement, crafts,               making bubbles and bubble wands, water balloon toss, and more! Bring a
games, music, and more. Activities are designed to enhance fine motor              change of clothes and towel daily.
skills, communication, and cooperation skills. Kinderventures activities are
held in a stimulating atmosphere with trained, friendly staff. Some themes         Fee: $105		 4 days		   Hank Anderson Park
may include Winter Wonderland, Magical/Fantasy, Superheroes, Around the            Ages: 6-9		 307112-A		 Jul 6 - Jul 9
World and much more! Early drop off is 7:30 - 8:30am, camp activities will         				Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri,
start at 8:30am.                                                                   				7:30am - 12:30pm

Fee: $105
Ages: 4-5
            1 week
            307202-A
                       Wilson Park
                       Jun 21 - Jun 25                                             Outdoor Challenge Week (Ages 6-8)
				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm                                                        Register with a friend or by yourself and see if you can survive a week of
                                                                                   Carrboro’s fun and exciting challenges. The camp staff will put your skills
Fee: $105		 1 week		                                                               to the test with obstacle courses, treasure hunts and many more games
Ages: 4-5		 307202-B		 Jun 28 - Jul 2                                              and activities.
				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm
                                                                                   Fee: $110		 1 week		   Hank Anderson Park
Fee: $90		  4 days		   Century Center                                              Ages: 6-8		 307108-A		 Jul 12 - Jul 16
Ages: 3-5		 307201-A		 Jul 6 - Jul 9                                               				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm
				Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri,
				7:30am - 12:30pm                                                               Outdoor Challenge Week (Ages 9-12)
                                                                                   The challenges in this camp will be geared toward older youth. Register
Fee: $105		 1 week                                                                 with a friend or by yourself and see if you can survive a week of Carrboro’s
Ages: 3-5		 307201-B		 Jul 12 - Jul 16                                             fun and exciting challenges. The camp staff will put your skills to the
				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm                                                        test with obstacle courses, treasure hunts and many more games and
                                                                                   activities.
Fee: $105		 1 week
Ages: 3-5		 307201-C		 Jul 19 - Jul 23                                             Fee: $105		 1 week		   Hank Anderson Park
				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm                                                        Ages: 9-12  307108-B		 Jul 12 - Jul 16
                                                                                   				Daily, 1:30 - 5:30pm

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                                             Summer Camps
All camps open for registration on January 6th. Age is determined by the
start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 Camp Administrative Fee
(non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. The remaining
balance must be paid by May 7th or you will lose your space. Registration
after May 7th requires all payments in full. Please note the $40 Camp
Administrative fee will be deducted from any refunds made.

Theme Camps
Summer Beach Blast
Have you ever wondered how do pineapples grow? Where mangos come
from? What is inside a coconut? What star fruit taste like? Come find out            STEM Explorations with LEGO®
the answers as you have the opportunity to try these tasty fruits! This
camp is all about celebrating Fun in the Sun! Some activities include                Materials
making leis and grass skirts, land surfing contest, sand art, message in a           Refine your construction skills as you tinker with Play-Well TEKnologies
bottle, beach volleyball and more!                                                   and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts through
                                                                                     projects such as dizzying Teacup Rides, customized Cuckoo clocks, and
Fee: $105		 1 week		   Hank Anderson Park                                            the historic Wright Flyer. Design and build as never before and explore
Ages: 6-9		 307109-A		 Jul 19 - Jul 23                                               your craziest ideas.
				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm
                                                                                     Fee: $165		 1 week		   Century Center
                                                                                     Ages: 8-12  307120-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 18
                                                                                     				Daily, 12:00 - 3:00pm

                                                                                     Minecraft Engineering with LEGO®
                                                                                     Materials
                                                                                     Bring Minecraft to life using tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build
                                                                                     engineer-designed projects such as a Creeper, a Lava Trap, and a
                                                                                     Minecart. Create your favorite Minecraft mobs, tools, and objects with the
                                                                                     guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor.

Invent - Create - Play Camp                                                          Fee: $165		 1 week		   Century Center
This camp has a little bit to offer for everyone. Use your creative skills to        Ages: 5-7		 307121-A		 Aug 2 - Aug 6
come up with different designs, then create and test out your inventions.            				Daily, 8:30 - 11:30am
Campers will work on individual and team projects. Camp staff will also
have several challenges for the campers throughout the week!
                                                                                     Minecraft Master Engineering with
Fee: $105
Ages: 6-9
            1 week
            307113-A
                       Century Center
                       Jul 26 - Jul 30
                                                                                     LEGO® Materials
                                                                                     Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® parts! Build an Iron Golem, the Nether
				Daily, 7:30am - 12:30pm                                                          Portal, and the Ender Dragon. Students will explore real-world concepts
                                                                                     in physics, engineering, and architecture while building their favorite
Adventures in STEM with LEGO®                                                        Minecraft objects.

Materials                                                                            Fee: $165		 1 week		   Century Center
Bring your craziest ideas to life with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of             Ages: 8-12  307122-A		 Aug 2 - Aug 6
thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as:                  				Daily, 12:00 - 3:00pm
chugging Steamboats, enchanting Moon Bridges, and bustling Airports.
Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Fee: $165		 1 week		   Century Center
Ages: 5-7		 307119-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 18
				Daily, 8:30 - 11:30am

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                                           Summer Camps
All camps open for registration on January 6th. Age is determined by the
start date of each camp. Payment of a $40 Camp Administrative Fee
                                                                                 Extreme Drama
                                                                                 Before the summer is over, express yourself in a fun and unique way
(non-refundable), per camp, per child will reserve a space. The remaining
                                                                                 through writing, games, music, dance, monologues, and scenes, as we
balance must be paid by May 7th or you will lose your space. Registration
                                                                                 explore the individual-as-an-artist in this two-week camp. Find your true
after May 7th requires all payments in full. Please note the $40 Camp
                                                                                 voice and talent, and learn confidence in your creative self in a supportive
Administrative fee will be deducted from any refunds made.
                                                                                 environment as we put together a show. Camp wraps up with a showcase
                                                                                 of talent for the whole family to attend.

Theme Camps for Teens                                                            Instructor: Isabella Brezenski

                                                                                 Fee: $165		 2 weeks		  Century Center
                                                                                 Ages: 11-17 307103-A		 Jul 19 - Jul 30
                                                                                 				Daily, 1:30 - 4:30pm

Mountain Biking Camp
Love mountain biking, or want to even more? Come join us at Wilson Park
and the trails of Carolina North Forest this summer. Youth will first learn
the mechanics of the bicycle and then the proper techniques of shifting,
braking, hill climbing and descent, body and pedal position, and navigating
                                                                                 Kayaking Camp
                                                                                 OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HAW RIVER CANOE & KAYAK
minor obstacles. Then we’ll take to the trails to practice our safe bike         COMPANY  
handling skills. You will need your bike, helmet, a snack, a super-stoked        Come have fun, learn kayaking and water safety, play games, and meet
attitude and some way to stay hydrated (water bottle or hydration pack).         friends at this half day kayaking camp. Participants will focus on paddling
Please make sure to have a free bike safety check at the Clean Machine           and using our newly found skills to explore our surroundings. This week
prior to camp. Instructions will be provided via email.                          long program is a great way to introduce kayaking to youth. Space is
Instructor: Tamara Sanders of The Clean Machine                                  LIMITED, so register early! Camp meets at Century Center where
                                                                                 campers will be transported to Haw River Canoe & Kayak Company
Fee: $105		 4 days		   Wilson Park Shelter                                       in Saxapahaw by van. Participants should bring a bagged lunch,
				(meeting location)                                                           sunscreen, outdoor clothing, and tennis or water shoes.
Ages: 11-17 307106-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 17
				                   Mon - Thu, 8:00 - 11:30am                                 Fee: $195		 1 week		   Century Center
                                                                                 				(meeting location)
				Wilson Park Shelter                                                          Ages: 12-16 307105-A		 Jul 26 - Jul 30
				(meeting location)                                                           				Daily, 8:30am - 1:00pm
		 307106-B		 Jul 5 - Jul 8
				          Mon - Thu, 8:00 - 11:30am                                          		 307105-B		 Aug 2 - Aug 6
                                                                                 				Daily, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Outdoor Adventure Skills Camp                                                    		 307105-C		 Aug 9 - Aug 13
OFFERED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE HAW RIVER
                                                                                 				Daily, 8:30am - 1:00pm
CANOE & KAYAK COMPANY  
Campers will have the opportunity to engage with the outdoors through
                                                                                 		 307105-D		 Aug 16 - Aug 20
different activities. We will hike different sections of trails along the
                                                                                 				Daily, 8:30am - 1:00pm
Haw River. Campers will learn outdoor living skills such as orienteering,
fire-building, and shelter building. Campers will develop teamwork and
confidence as we work through games and exercises throughout the week.
Space is LIMITED, so register early! Camp meets at Century Center
where campers will be transported to Haw River Canoe & Kayak                     Need Help
Company in Saxapahaw by van. Participants should bring a bagged
lunch, sunscreen, outdoor clothing, and tennis or water shoes.                   Scheduling Camps?
Fee: $195		 1 week		   Century Center                                            Do you need help finding what camps may be paired
				(meeting location)                                                           together to help with your summer scheduling?
Ages: 12-16 307107-A		 Jun 14 - Jun 18
				Daily, 1:00 - 5:30pm
                                                                                 Contact Dana Hughes at 919.918.7372.

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                                               Youth Programs
                                                                                  Young Gymnast - Level 1
        This introductory course for ages 6-12 provides basic tumbling instruction
        such as handstands, cartwheels, and rolls. Students will also develop
        spatial awareness, coordination, and agility. This course will prime
        participants for the next level of gymnastics instruction where they
        can hone their learned skills. If you feel your child has the skill level to

        participate and is outside of this age range, please contact the supervisor.
        Instructor: Anjeannette Fox

                                                                                  Fee: $57		 5 weeks		  Century Center
                                                                                  Ages: 6-12 201109-A		 Jan 26 - Feb 23
                                                                                  				Tue, 4:30 - 5:30pm

                                                                                  		 201108-B		 Mar 9 - Apr 6
                                                                                  				Tue, 4:30 - 5:30pm

                                                                                  Young Gymnast - Level 2
                                                                                  This class is for students that have mastered basic gymnastic skills. In
                                                                                  this class students will continue learning and mastering past skills and
                                                                                  begin combining them into basic routines. Instructor will advise if child
                                                                                  has permission and is ready for Level 2 based on assessed skill level. If
                                                                                  you are unsure, please enroll in Beginner or Level 1. For questions, please
 Toddler Preschool Playtime                                                       contact the supervisor.
                                                                                  Instructor: Anjeannette Fox
 Parents and young children (5 & under) can come enjoy some unstructured
 playtime in the spacious Century Hall. There will be music to dance to,
 books, blocks, crawl tunnels, and other toys to play with and plenty of          Fee: $57		 5 weeks		  Century Center
 space. It will be a great opportunity to meet new friends and playmates.         Ages: 5-14 201110-A		 Jan 27 - Feb 24
 No registration required.                                                        				Wed, 4:05 - 5:15pm

 Fee: $3 at the door per child		 Century Hall                                     		 201110-B		 Mar 10 - Apr 7
 Ages: 1-5		          201201-A		 Mar 2 - May 25                                   				Wed, 4:05 - 5:15pm
 				Tue, 10:00am - 12:00pm

 Young Gymnast - Beginner                                                         NEW! Return2Recess
                                                                                  “Do you miss PE/recess? They’re back! This fun activity class will have you
 Participants between the ages of 3-5 will learn tumbling skills such as
                                                                                  hula-hooping, playing with beach balls, paddles and rackets, beanbags and
 handstands, cartwheels and rolls, plus games and other activities to
                                                                                  all sorts of assorted cool activities (maybe even a parachute?). Come join
 develop spatial awareness, coordination, and agility. This introduction to
                                                                                  us for a really fun/non-competitive way to have a great time while working
 tumbling improves conditioning, strength, flexibility, and skill development.
                                                                                  on your “skills!” We will utilize social distancing outside with masks and
 Instructor: Anjeannette Fox
                                                                                  have small class numbers.
 Fee: $57		  5 weeks		  Century Center
 Ages: 3-5		 201108-A		 Jan 26 - Feb 23                                           Fee: $10		 4 weeks		  Town Commons
 				Tue, 3:30 - 4:15pm                                                           Ages: 8-10 201117-A		 Tuesday, February 16, 2021
                                                                                  				3:00 - 3:45pm
 		201108-B		 Jan 27 - Feb 24
 				Wed, 3:15 - 4:00pm                                                           		 201117-B		 Tuesday, February 23, 2021
                                                                                  				3:00 - 3:45pm
 		201108-C		 Mar 9 - Apr 6
 				Tue, 3:30 - 4:15pm                                                           		 201117-C		 Tuesday, March 2, 2021
                                                                                  				3:00 - 3:45pm
 		201108-D		 Mar 10 - Apr 7
 				Wed, 3:15 - 4:00pm                                                           		 201117-D		 Tuesday, Mar 9, 2021
                                                                                  				3:00 - 3:45pm

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                                              Youth Programs

                                                                                     Guitar - Beginner Lessons
                                                                                     This class is a well-rounded introduction to playing the guitar. The class
Piano - Beginner                                                                     balances foundational techniques and mechanics, music fundamentals,
This beginner piano class features a small group format to provide music             stylistic exploration, musical literacy, and playing experience. Students
theory and individual keyboard instruction for beginners. $8.50 fee for              learn strumming patterns with open chords, scales, exercises, melody
instruction manual paid at the first class.                                          lines, reading rhythm slash and tab notation, playing tips, and good practice
Instructor: Emily Clausi                                                             habits. The songs and grooves learned and performed in class include
                                                                                     classic examples of Rock, Blues, Classical, Country, and Gospel. The
Fee: $110		 10 weeks		 Century Center                                                curriculum has been designed by the teacher, as has the supplemental,
Ages: 6-12  201105-A		 Jan 26 - Mar 30                                               printed material, which is included at no extra charge. Students must
				Tue, 3:30 - 4:30pm                                                               supply their own guitar.
                                                                                     Instructor: Maurice Balk
Piano - Beginner 2                                                                   Fee: $147		 10 weeks		 Century Center
This class is for participants that have completed Piano - Beginner 1 class
                                                                                     Ages: 11-17 201102-A		 Jan 25 - Mar 29
or an equivalent class. The class will include practice in scale playing,
                                                                                     				Mon, 5:30 - 6:30pm
rhythm, chord playing, articulation, phrasing, and tone. These skills will be
taught according to individual students’ ability.
Instructor: Emily Clausi                                                             Babysitting Training
                                                                                     This course offers first aid and safety training, developmental guidelines
Fee: $110		 10 weeks		 Century Center                                                and strategies for safely babysitting children ages 2 and up. Participants
Ages: 7-12  201106-A		 Jan 26 - Mar 30                                               receive a Certificate of Completion for skills for child CPR and First Aid.
				Tue, 4:45 - 5:45pm                                                               Must be present at both classes to receive certification.
                                                                                     Instructor: Maria Mekeel
Piano - Mixed Level Class                                                            Fee: $73		  2 days		   Century Center
This mixed level class is open to any students with at least six months prior
                                                                                     Ages: 11-14 201103-A		 Thu & Fri, Mar 11 & Mar 12
piano lessons. Instruction will be given on an individual basis and lessons
                                                                                     				Thu, 4:15 - 7:15pm
catered to individual student ability.
                                                                                     				Fri, 4:15 - 6:15pm
Instructor: Emily Clausi
                                                                                     		201103-B		 Thu & Fri, May 6 & May 7
Fee: $110		 10 weeks		 Century Center
                                                                                     				Thu, 4:15 - 7:15pm
Ages: 7-12  201107-A		 Jan 26 - Mar 30
                                                                                     				Fri, 4:15 - 6:15pm
				Tue, 6:00 - 7:00pm

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                                                Teen Programs
Carrboro Youth Council - VIRTUAL                                                Bikes! Maintenance and Best Practices:
Want experience working with local government? Want to have fun? Come
join the Carrboro Youth Council and be involved in a variety of volunteer       the basics
opportunities and special event planning with the Carrboro Recreation,          Learn how your bike works and how to keep it in good order. Participants
Parks and Cultural Resources Department. The Youth Council provides a           will learn basic bike maintenance and solutions to common problems. We
creative outlet for youth in the community and a voice and input for future     will go over tires, tubes, chains, and how to incorporate learned concepts
recreation programs and events. Members are required to attend meetings.        into safe bike riding. We will also discuss and demo how to clean the
Contact (919) 918-7392 for more information or to reserve a space.              overall bike. A follow up with a question and answer session with local bike
                                                                                technicians. Adults are also encouraged to participate.
Fee: Free				VIRTUAL                                                            Instructor: Tamara Sanders
Ages: 13-17 403202-A		 Meetings are typically held
				on the third Wednesday,                                                     Fee: $10		 1 day		    Wilson Park Shelter
				7:00 - 7:45pm                                                               Ages: 10+  202129-A		 March 25, 2021
                                                                                				4:00 - 6:00pm
Navigating College Admissions -
                                                                                		202129-B		April 29, 2021
VIRTUAL                                                                         				4:00 - 6:00pm
Are you a high school student or the parent of a high school student? The
college admissions process can be very stressful and time consuming for         Acting Basics - Improv Intensive
the entire family. Receive advice on helping your child maximize the high       This will be an introduction to improv including games and scenarios to
school experience, choose the right colleges, and put together standout         inspire your imagination and collaboration!  You will learn skills that you
applications. Tips and strategies will be provided on selecting courses,        can apply to a monologue, which is a paragraph from a play where one
getting involved in outside activities, choosing appropriate standardized       character is talking, typically to another character. Monologues are often
tests, college application essays, letters of recommendation and provide        used in acting classes because they are simple to perform and often don’t
insight into how colleges read applications.                                    need props, costume changes, or dramatic lighting - it’s the actor and the
(For Parents & High School Students)                                            text.
Instructor: Rhonda McRae                                                        Instructor: Isabella Brezenski

Fee: Free		 1 day		    VIRTUAL                                                  Fee: $25		  1 Day		    Dr. MLK King Jr. Park Shelter
Ages: 15+   203104-A		 Thursday, March 11, 2021                                 Ages: 13-17 203114-A		 Sunday, April 18, 2021
				6:30 - 7:30pm                                                               				2:00 - 4:00pm

Food For Life - Cooking Class for Teens- Acting Basics - Audition and
VIRTUAL                                  Monologue Intensive
                                         Have you ever wanted to learn a monologue or prepare for an audition?
Are you interested in food and nutrition? In this class we will learn about
                                                                                By learning the Acting Basics which include using your voice, body, and
plant-based vegan eating. We will cover material from Food for Life,
                                                                                imagination, you can prepare a monologue during this weekend workshop!
curricula created by physicians and nutritionists. We will look at evidence-
                                                                                Bring a monologue you’d like to work on, or you can pick one when you
based nutrition and prepare several dishes each evening. You’ll have
                                                                                arrive! We will pick and prepare the monologue Saturday and practice it
handouts and other material to take home. It will be fun and tasty, setting
                                                                                Sunday.
you up for the knowledge to make healthy eating choices in life. Enjoy good
                                                                                Instructor: Isabella Brezenski
food each evening, learning skills to replicate the dishes at home. You can
see an overview of Dilip’s FFL classes at bit.ly/FFLPromo. This course may
                                                                                Fee: $25		  1 Day		    Dr. MLK King Jr. Park Shelter
be offered online.
                                                                                Ages: 13-17 203114-B		 Sunday, April 25 2021
Instructor: Dilip Barman
                                                                                				2:00 - 4:00pm
Fee: $100		 4 days		   VIRTUAL
Ages: 10+   203113-A		 May 4 - May 18                                           Acting Basics - Playwriting Weekend
				Tue, 6:00 - 8:30pm                                                          During this weekend workshop we will play games, brainstorm, and activate
                                                                                creative juices to put the play in playwriting.
		                                                                              Instructor: Isabella Brezenski

                                                                                Fee: $25		  1 Day		    Dr. MLK King Jr. Park Shelter
  FOR OTHER OPPORTUNITIES FOR OLDER YOUTH SUCH AS:
                                                                                Ages: 13-17 203114-C		 Sunday, May 2, 2021
  Beginning Guitar Lessons, or Babysitting Training Classes                     				2:00 - 4:00pm
         see the Youth Classes Section on Page 13

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                                                   Adult Programs
                                                                                        Yoga Flow and Restore
                                                                                        The first half of this yoga class will be a deep flowing vinyasa style. Vinyasa
                                                                                        is a style of yoga characterized by stringing postures together so that you
                                                                                        move from one to another, seamlessly, using breath. The second half of
                                                                                        the class you will spend time down on the mat in restorative poses, which
                                                                                        will lead to opening the mind and body. Yoga Nidra (guided meditation)
                                                                                        will be part of the final resting pose. The combination of asanas (poses),
                                                                                        breathwork, mindfulness, strength, and flexibility will leave you feeling
                                                                                        revitalized and balanced. This is an all levels class, and different variations
                                                                                        of poses will be offered in order to accommodate students of all levels.
                                                                                        Instructor: Liz Bucrek

                                                                                        Fee: $42		 6 weeks 		 Zoom
                                                                                        Ages: 18+  202119-A		 Jan 21 - Feb 25
                                                                                        				Thu, 6:00 - 7:00pm

                                                                                        Fee: $56		 8 weeks 		 TBD: Century Center or Virtual
                                                                                        		         202119-B		 Mar 11 - May 13
                                                                                        				(no class 4/1/21, 4/22//21)
                                                                                        				Thu, 6:00 - 7:00pm

                                                                                        Morning Yoga
                                                                                        This class focuses on the physical alignment of foundational yoga poses.
                                                                                        We’ll learn what it means to achieve proper alignment in standing poses,
Gentle Yoga                                                                             forward bends, back bends, twists, and gentle inversions. We’ll also explore
 The practice of Yoga can help you release tension, stretch and strengthen your         corrective exercises that “teach” your body how to access these poses
body, relax your mind and lift your spirits. Wear comfortable clothing and bare feet    with ease. An alignment practice leads to greater strength, joint stability,
and bring an exercise mat, blanket or beach towel (some available for class use).       and flexibility for tight muscles. It also means less pain, better breathing,
Instructor: Sue Manner                                                                  enhanced self-awareness, and a quieting of the nervous system. This class
                                                                                        is a great way to begin/build your yoga practice. It’s also a terrific enhance-
Fee: $38		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual                                    ment for students taking flow classes.
Ages: 18+  202102-A		 Jan 19 - Feb 23
                                                                                        Instructor: Melissa Morrison
				Tue, 6:00 - 7:00pm
                                                                                        Fee: $38 		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
Fee: $49		 8 weeks 		 TBD: Century Center or Virtual
                                                                                        Ages: 18+   202128-A		 Jan 21 - Feb 25
		         202102-B		 Mar 9 - May 4
                                                                                        				Thu, 8:30 - 9:30am
				(no class 4/13/21)
				Tue, 6:00 - 7:00pm
                                                                                        Fee: $51		 8 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
                                                                                        Ages: 18+  202128-A		 Mar 11 - May 6
Slow Flow Yoga                                                                          				(no class 4/1/21)
Class starts with warming up the body. Then we will practice slow flowing               				Thu, 8:30 - 9:30am
yoga sequences to increase flexibility, strength and stamina. We will also
practice some standing poses and finish with restorative poses. Ideal for
those who want a more challenging class than Gentle Yoga.
Instructor: Melissa Morrison

Fee: $38		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
Ages: 18+  202103-A		 Jan 20 - Feb 24
				Wed, 7:00 - 8:00pm

Fee: $49		 8 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
		         202103-B		 Mar 10 - Apr 28
				Wed, 7:00 - 8:00pm

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Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources

                                             Adult Programs

Zumba                                                                          NIA Dance
Are you ready to party yourself into shape? Then join us for a Zumba class!    Nia is a sensory-based movement practice that draws from martial arts,
When participants see a Zumba class in action, they can’t wait to give it a    dance arts and healing arts. It empowers people of all shapes and sizes by
try. Zumba classes use high-energy Latin and International music to create     connecting the body, mind, emotions and spirit. Classes are taken barefoot
a high-energy, easy-to-follow dance fitness class. No previous dance           to soul-stirring music. Step into your own joyful journey with Nia, and
experience is necessary.                                                       positively shape the way you feel, look, think and live. Every person can
Instructors: Liz Bucrek and Sonia Grogan                                       discover, explore, unleash and enhance their individual potential to live a
                                                                               fulfilling and meaningful life – by engaging their senses and listening to
Fee: $42		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual                           their bodies. Come experience the Joy of Movement!
Ages: 18+  202101-A		 Jan 19 - Feb 23                                          Instructor: Kate Finlayson
				Tue, 7:30 - 8:30pm
                                                                               Fee: $45		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
  202101-B		 Jan 21 - Feb 25                                                   Ages: 18+  202105-A		 Jan 20 - Feb 24
				Thu, 7:15 - 8:15pm                                                         				Wed, 5:45 - 6:45pm

Fee: $56		 8 weeks 		 TBD: Century Center or Virtual                           Fee: $60		           8 weeks 		            TBD: Century Center or Virtual
		         202101-C		 Mar 9 - May 4                                            		                   202105-B		            Mar 10 - Apr 28
				(no class 4/13/21)                                                                                                    Wed, 5:45 - 6:45pm
				Tue, 7:30 - 8:30pm

   202101-D		 Mar 11 - May 13                                                  Beginner Guitar Lessons for Adults
  			         (no class 4/1/21, 4/22/21)                                       The goals of this class are to introduce the student to fundamental musical
				Thu, 7:15 - 8:15pm                                                         concepts, to develop proper guitar technique, and to instill good practice
                                                                               habits. Students will be taught to strum open chords and to pick single-
                                                                               note melodies using a variety of rhythms. Students will be given the
Zumba Gold                                                                     opportunity to perform them in both ensemble and solo settings. Students
Zumba Gold is a lower-intensity version of the typical Zumba class and         must supply their own guitar.
was designed to meet the anatomical, physiological and psychological           Instructor: Maurice Balk
needs of active older adults or participants who might need modifications
for success. The class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography           Fee: $147		 10 weeks		 Century Center
that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Come ready to       Ages: 18+   202108-A		 Jan 25 - Mar 29
sweat, and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong.                      				Mon, 6:45 - 7:45pm
Instructor: Sonia Grogan

Fee: $42		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
Ages: 18+  202127-A		 Feb 1 - Mar 8
				Mon, 10:30 - 11:30am

		 202127-B		 Mar 22 - Apr 26
				Mon, 10:30 - 11:30am

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Recreation, Parks & Cultural Resources

                                              Adult Programs

Spanish For Beginners                                                        Beginning French for Fun and Travel
Learn the essentials for everyday conversation and workplace including       Bonjour! Parlez-vous français? Have you always wanted to learn French ?
vocabulary and expressions. Rey’s authentic and practical approaches         Do you need a review? Are you preparing for a trip to a french-speaking
have won the highest of praises from his students. These classes feature     country? We start at the beginning and cover the basics. Conversation,
practical exercises, longer sessions to boost your skills.                   singing, games, role-playing as though you are in a Parisian café, talk about
Instructor: Rey Ramirez                                                      places to visit in France, and finish with a cheese-tasting! Additional $12
                                                                             material fee paid to the instructor on the first class.
Fee: $82		 12 weeks		 TBD: Century Center or Virtual                         Instructor: Helen Lancaster
Ages: 18+  202110-B		 Jan 25 - Apr 19
				(no class 4/12/21)                                                       Fee: $50		 6 weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
				Mon, 6:30 - 8:30pm                                                       Ages: 18+  202113-A		 Feb 2 - Mar 9
                                                                             				Tue, 10:00 - 11:30am
  202110-A		 Jan 20 - Apr 7
				Wed, 11:15am - 1:15pm
                                                                             Indian Cooking
                                                                             Learn about the variety and many ways of cooking the traditional and
Spanish - Beginners Conversational                                           ethnic fare of India. Cook exotic foods, filled with fresh produce and herbs,
This class is designed for those students who have completed the             delicate spices, hot curries, and homemade dairy products and semi-
Beginning Spanish class with Mr. Ramirez or have learned basic Spanish       homemade ingredients. The course introduces ingredients for making both
skills from other classes. The course will involve composition, listening    vegetarian and non-vegetarian recipes, main and side dishes, and desserts.
skills, verb conjugation and daily basic conversation.                       $40 fee for food paid to instructor at first class. To see her culinary work
Instructor: Rey Ramirez                                                      visit www.raniimandi.com.
                                                                             Instructor: Rani Imandi
Fee: $82		 12 weeks		 TBD: Century Center or Virtual
Ages: 18+  202111-A		 Jan 20 - Apr 7                                         Fee: $61		 3 Weeks		  TBD: Century Center or Virtual
				Wed, 6:00 - 8:00pm                                                       Ages: 18+  202115-A		 Mar 2 - Mar 16
                                                                             				Tue, 6:00 - 9:00pm
  202111-B		 Jan 21 - Apr 15
 			(no class 4/1/21)                                                        		 202115-B		 Apr 6 - Apr 27
				Thu, 9:00 - 11:00am                                                      				(no class 4/13/21)
                                                                             				Tue, 6:00 - 9:00pm

Spanish - Conversational
This class is designed for those students who have completed Beginning       Vegetarian Pressure Cooking
Spanish Conversational. Rey’s authentic and practical approaches have won    Does pressure cooking bring visions of dangerous and difficult arcane
the highest of praises from his students. These classes feature practical    procedures? The truth with modern pressure cookers is exactly the
exercises, longer sessions to boost your skills.                             opposite. Pressure cooking is simple, healthful, and a big time saver and
Instructor: Rey Ramirez                                                      the results are very tasty. In this class, we will briefly discuss the kinds of
                                                                             dishes that cook well under pressure. Dilip will demonstrate how quick
Fee: $82		 12 weeks		 TBD: Century Center or Virtual                         putting a pressure cooked meal together can be by demonstrating, in each
Ages: 18+  202112-A		 Jan 20 - Apr 7                                         class, several fully plant-based dishes that participants will be able to enjoy.
				Wed, 9:00 - 11:00am                                                      $25 fee for food paid to instructor at first class.
                                                                             Instructor: Dilip Barman
		 202112-B		 Jan 21 - Apr 15
				(no class 4/1/21)                                                        Fee: $83		 3 weeks		  Century Center
              Thu, 6:00 - 8:00pm                                             Ages: 18+  202116-A		 Apr 17 - May 1
                                                                             				Sat, 2:00 - 4:00pm

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